"That was the hard thing about grief, and the grieving. They spoke another language, and the words we knew always fell short of what we wanted them to say." - Sarah Dessen, The Truth About Forever The easiest people with whom to talk about your grief are those who have also lost someone. Those who... Sign in to see full entry.
Thursday, January 19, 2023
Wednesday, January 18, 2023
"It's not what you look at that matters, it's what you see." - Henry David Thoreau Look at something today that represents beauty to you. It might be the face of someone you love or a fresh flower in bloom. Appreciate the beauty around you. Sign in to see full entry.
Tuesday, January 17, 2023
"We meet no ordinary people in our lives." - C.S. Lewis What was the most unique thing about your loved one? We don't always stop to think about what makes someone stand out, yet each person brings something special to the table. What is unique about you? Take a moment today and celebrate both of... Sign in to see full entry.
Monday, January 16, 2023
"We are products of our past, but we don't have to be prisoners of it." - Rick Warren Your loved one helped make you the person you are today, and you had the same role for your loved one. In time, your memories will bring you joy and not sorrow. This evolution will take time, but it will come if... Sign in to see full entry.
Sunday, January 15, 2023
"You are, after all, what you think. Your emotions are the slaves to your thoughts, and you are the slave to your emotions." - Elizabeth Gilbert Take one moment today to think: "I may be sad, but I am going to be ok. I will slowly start to feel like myself again." Always remember that thoughts are... Sign in to see full entry.
Saturday, January 14, 2023
"Starting today, I need to forget what's gone, appreciate what still remains, and look forward to what's coming next." - Unknown Having something to look forward to is an important part of healing. Make a plan - be it lunch with a friend, tickets to an upcoming concert or show, or even booking a... Sign in to see full entry.
Friday, January 13, 2023
"Change is the friction that makes you grow." - Anonymous You have been grieving for so long now that it has become the new normal. Allow yourself an hour today where you do something you enjoy that takes your head somewhere else. You could read a magazine, watch a movie, or enjoy a favorite... Sign in to see full entry.
Thursday, January 12, 2023
"Never get tired of doing little things for others, sometimes those little things occupy the biggest parts of their hearts." - Unknown Nothing takes you out of your own thoughts of sadness like the joy that comes from doing something for someone else. Make time today to show kindness to someone in... Sign in to see full entry.
Wednesday, January 11, 2023
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle." - Plato When you are feeling so sad and overwhelmed, it sometimes appears that everyone else is happy and content. In fact, everyone has his/her own struggles. While it may not be grief, what they are facing can be equally tough to bear.... Sign in to see full entry.
Tuesday, January 10, 2023
"Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with heart and soul there is no separation." -Rumi Every once in a while, when you least expect it, you will say something and hear your loved one's voice as your own. Those moments are fleeting but are truly one of... Sign in to see full entry.